An Eve of Indian Classical Music - flautist Rakesh Chaurasia
9 Mar 2014 5:00 PM
Rakesh Chaurasia, nephew and child prodigy of flute maestro Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, has a famous name to live up to. Amongst the promising musicians of the second generation, Rakesh has carved a niche for himself as an accomplished flautist. Incorporating the tradition of his renowned uncle and infusing his personal style, he has evolved a style which maintains the purity of the flute and also captures the attention of young listeners.
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Rakesh has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades. He received the Indian Music Academy Award in 2007, the Aditya Birla Kalakiran Puraskar in 2008, the Guru Shishya Award in 2011, IWAP-Pandit Jasraj Sangeet Ratna Award in 2013 and the Pannalal Ghosh Puraskar 2013.
In addition to his experimental work, Rakesh has never deviated from his main goal of becoming a full-fledged classical musician. He has regularly appeared in prominent festivals such as the WOMAD festival in Athens, Womad Earthstation in Europe, the ‘Festivals of India’ in Russia , Japan , USA , and Europe. Most notably, Rakesh was invited to conclude the twenty-four hour live BBC Radio broadcast celebrating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s Silver Jubilee, reaching audiences worldwide.
Rakesh's most recent venture is his fusion band Rakesh and Friends (RAF) which creates music that appeals to the young without sacrificing the essence of classical music.
Tickets available from:
Village Organics, 245 Commerce Street, Frankton Village
Yogi Ji Food Mart, 89 Greenwood Street
For tickets and more info contact:
Lester on 07 854 5532 or 021 259 1526
Todd on 07 856 2886 or 0274 327 590
Malathi on 07 856 2652 or 021 942 699
Tickets: $30 & $20